USMNT Secures Narrow Victory Against Jamaica in Nations League

Ricardo Pepi's early goal and Matt Turner's penalty save lead the U.S. to a 1-0 win in Mauricio Pochettino's first competitive match as coach.

Ricardo Pepi scored in the fifth minute from a Christian Pulisic assist, providing the only goal in the U.S.'s 1-0 win over Jamaica.
Goalkeeper Matt Turner saved a crucial penalty kick in the 14th minute, maintaining the U.S. lead.
The match was Pochettino's first competitive victory as USMNT coach, following his appointment in September.
Jamaica ended the match with ten players after Mason Holgate received a second yellow card in the 86th minute.
The second leg of the quarterfinal will be held in St. Louis, with the winner advancing to the semifinals in March.